Prakash says while skin cancer is the most common, it's also the most preventable.

"After I started researching, I was like I really need to do something about this so that's why I've dedicated my year to informing the public, educating them and just spreading awareness," said Prakash.

If you'd like to learn more on Shikha Prakash's project, she'll have a booth at Christmas in Fair Park on Saturday.

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